October 7, 2025 | Edition #32

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OSU remains No. 1, but it's not just the defense making headlines this week. Julian Sayin's precise, ever-improving play under center has even earned praise from Kirk Herbstreit. Usually measured and cautious with his opinions on the Buckeyes, Kirk had nothing but commendation for Ryan Day's squad, particularly Sayin. Can the Big Ten Freshman of the Week continue silencing doubters and leading the Buckeyes to perfection? Let's dive in


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Kirk Herbstreit Takes Off His Neutral, Media Hat
Ex-QB and captain Kirk Herbstreit often avoids letting his true feelings about the Buckeyes out. Professionalism, mostly. But also to avoid controversies of the “lunatic fringe” kind. But the blood coursing through his veins is scarlet, after all. The ESPN figurehead gets real about the 2025 team and Julian Sayin.
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A 3rd-generation Ohio State legacy, Zak Herbstreit followed his father’s footsteps and forayed into the media in 2025 after health forced him to retire from football. His brother Chase, meanwhile, plays QB for the team up north.


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